petty

US /ˈpet̬.i/
UK /ˈpet̬.i/
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1.

琐碎的, 不重要的

of little importance; trivial

:
Don't bother me with your petty complaints.
别用你那些琐碎的抱怨来烦我。
The argument was over a petty sum of money.
争论是为了一点点钱。
2.

小气的, 心胸狭窄的

of a person or their behavior) characterized by an undue concern with trivial matters, especially in a malicious or spiteful way

:
He's so petty, always complaining about minor things.
他真是太小气了,老是抱怨些小事。
Her petty jealousy ruined the evening.
小气的嫉妒心毁了整个晚上。